[08-11-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – One Person Killed in Fatal Train Crash in Covina

An unidentified pedestrian was killed when they collided with a Metrolink train in Covina on Thursday, August 11, 2022.

The California Highway Patrol officers were called at 4:58 a.m. to the intersection of East San Bernardino Road and North Irwindale Avenue.

The authorities discovered a pedestrian had been struck by a train after arriving.

The pedestrian’s death was confirmed at the scene.

The crash remains under investigation.

Fatal Train Accident Statistics

Accidents involving trains have decreased over time, which is good news, but they can still occur at any time. Two recent examples include the death of a pedestrian and the derailment of an Amtrak train in Washington. Train accidents occur frequently in the United States. The Federal Railroad Administration reported a total of over 8,000 accidents involving trains in 2021.

At grade crossings, vehicles and trains collided 2,131 times in 2020. In 2021, 237 people in the United States lost their lives, and another 653 were injured trying to cross the street. In these states, roughly 68% of all accidents that year occurred at grade crossings between highways and trains.

More train accidents in 2018 were caused by human error than by mechanical issues with the track or equipment. Due to the widespread belief that trains operate largely automatically, accidents are frequently blamed on technical or structural failures.

Taking public transit shouldn’t put your life in danger. It’s not always the case, but when prices for modes of transportation are low, rules and safety may be ignored. Passenger transport drivers need extensive training before picking up and dropping off passengers.

Los Angeles County Train Accident Lawyers

High-velocity collisions with other vehicles are the leading cause of catastrophic injuries and deaths in train accidents. Victims and their families may face financial ruin as a result of medical bills and lost wages.

Suppose you were hurt because someone else was careless. In that case, you could be eligible to receive compensation to cover the costs of your medical care, time off work, and any lost wages or diminished future earning potential. Non-economic damages could also include compensation for things like pain and suffering, lost companionship, and other intangible losses.

Our Los Angeles County train accident lawyers at Arash Law are here to help you and your family through this difficult time. Physical and mental after-effects of trauma are difficult to cope with.

Our top priority is easing your burden during this trying time by providing you with answers to your questions, explaining how the law applies to your situation and negotiating a favorable settlement on your behalf.

Reach out to us at (888) 488-1391 or use our online intake form to set up your free consultation. Our dedicated train accident lawyers have extensive experience in dealing with insurance companies. Allow us to defend your entitlement to compensation so that you can concentrate on getting better.